“I disagree with that and must give credit where it is due. You will receive a reward for your troubles. That said, I’ll leave this task to you, Reece.” Bonnie had always observed her principles regarding such things.
Reece noticed Bonnie’s adamant tone and decided not to argue. “Leave it to me, Ms. Bonnie. I’ll get to the bottom of it. I won’t disappoint you.”
“Perfect.” Bonnie smiled faintly and stood up. “That’s all for today. The meeting has been adjourned.”
Soon after, everyone exited the conference room. Adan was walking in the hallway when he remembered Reece’s bizarre actions. He could not help but call out to Reece, “Hey, I need to have a word with you.’ Reece turned and followed Adan to a corner, asking, “What’s up?”
Adan ensured no one was around before saying, “I thought you used to hate Ms. Bonnie. Why are you suddenly trying so hard to please her now? You seemed a little exaggerated just now. It was so unlike you, Reece. You’re not the Reece I know. Are you an alien or something?”
Reece rolled his eyes at Adan. “That’s nonsense. If you want an explanation, I’ll give it to you. I did what I did for the university and Ms. Bonnie.”
Adan looked at Reece from head to toe. “N-No, something isn’t right. You must’ve found out something! Come on, tell me what made you change so drastically.”
Reece raised his chin, feeling proud to know something Adan did not.
‘Everyone in the conference room looked at me like I was a fool earlier. They’re the ones who are the fools. They missed out on a chance to show Ms. Bonita their worth.’
The more he thought about it, the more he swelled with pride.
“What are you talking about, Adan? Please stop being so suspicious.” Reece checked the time and said, “Okay, that’s enough chit-chat. I need to get to the task Ms. Bonnie entrusted to me.” Adan was puzzled as he watched Reece leave.
‘Did someone put a spell on Reece or something? He isn’t acting like himself.’
When afternoon arrived, Bonnie left the university and stood at the side of the road. Then, she saw a familiar Maybach pulling up beside her. The car window was lowered halfway, revealing Floyd’s smiling face. “Ms. Bonnie, please get in.”
Bonnie glanced at the empty backseat and asked, “What are you doing here alone?”
He could not help but tease her, “Do you miss Mr. Ivor already?”
Bonnie raised her brow and leaned closer to stare at Floyd. “Good on you for becoming bolder. What’s wrong? Has Ivor given you less work? Is that why you have the time to make fun of me?”
A bead of sweat rolled down Floyd’s forehead as he said, “N-Not at all, Ms. Bonnie! I wouldn’t dare! Ahem! Mr. Ivor told the kitchen staff to make your favorite dishes for you. He said you must taste them and told me to pick you up. As for Mr. Ivor, he can’t make it because he’s busy.”
